HOTAS

Entry level HOTAS that is good enough to for getting started. One defining feature is the ability to use joystick and throttle as one unit, or separate them. If you are a casual flying this might be all you need.

• 5 axis
• 12 push buttons
• Twist rudder
• Detachable

As far as inexpensive kits go, this one is a worthy setup for a flight or space simmer. A step up from T.Flight, it will keep you occupied for a while. Both units can be bought separately, which is great if you are 'growing' into your hobby and are on the budget.

• 7 axis
• 30 push buttons
• Twist rudder
• 8-way POV

An award winning HOTAS for sky or space pilots. This one has been around for a while under different brand name, but is universally loved by the simmers. In fact, the controls in some virtual cockpits in Elite Dangerous are modeled after this HOTAS.

• 7 axis
• 17 push buttons
• 3 4-way hats
• Twist rudder
• Mini stick

An improvement on classic X52. A different color, some metal parts, but overall the same functionality as it's 'classic' variation. Why improve what already works well and is all you need to take to the virtual sky.

• 7 axis
• 17 push buttons
• 3 4-way hats
• Twist rudder
• Mini stick

Officially licensed ergonomic 1:1 scale replica of Airbus controls for that extra realism. It will feel at home on your desk, armchair or tabletop supports, or as part of the dedicated play chair or cockpit. Throw in a couple of panels or additional controls and take it to the sky.

• 6 axis
• 28 push buttons
• 8-way POV
• Twist rudder

Officially licensed ergonomic 1:1 scale replica of Airbus controls as a captain pack. Mostly the same functionality as the Officer Pack, but with a few more controls. This is clearly geared towards general aviation enthusiasts who prise realism in their controllers above all else.

• 6 axis
• 31 push buttons
• 8-way POV
• Twist rudder

A top of the line offering from Logitech for the X HOTAS suite of products. Designed to be agnostic of your preferred sim genre, this kit offers precition controls for air and space flight, military or civil. Extra buttons and axis come at additional cost, but hey, you already knew that.

• 13 axis
• 31 push buttons
• 5 4-way hats
• Twist rudder
• Twin throttle
• Mini sticks

Premium Universal HOTAS simulation system. Whether you are flying a jet, a turbo prop, a piston or a ran jet, you'll find a lot of flexibility in mapping out all the buttons, axis and lever with this setup. Clearly a modern take of all simulation genres, this kit has most of the controls within an easy reach.

• 15 axis
• 139 programmable functions
• 8-way POV
• Mini stick
• Twist rudder
• Twin throttle

An older design that replicates the A-10C joystick and throttle, in metal. The heft of this unit will make you feel like you are flying the real thing, and it is clearly designed to appeal to the mil sim pilots, who want the best of the best.

• 15 axis
• 51 action buttons
• 8-way POV
• Mini stick
• Twin throttle
• Trim wheel

A more modern offering for the mil sim pilots. Pushing the envelope of the affordability, this kit will leave a big hole in your wallet, but will offer all the controls you need for the twin engine military simulation.

• 5 axis
• 28 buttons, 38 switches
• 8-way POV
• 5 4-way hats
• 2 Mini sticks
• Twin throttle
• 4 encoders, dial wheel